India, May 23 -- Harvard University has lost its ability to enroll international students for the 2025-2026 academic year, following the revocation of its Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The action was ordered by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem in a letter to the university dated May 22.

As a result of this decertification, Harvard can no longer admit foreign students under F-1 or J-1 visas, and current international students must transfer to another institution in order to maintain their visa status.

"All universities must comply with Department of Homeland Security requirements, including reporting requirements under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program regulations,...